Tandem biking in the Forest of Dean

Go down to the Forest of Dean for some strange days out, from llama-trekking to tandem-biking.

“Small hill coming, left turn, now PEDAL!” It’s strange the sort of conversation you have when riding a tandem, especially considering that all I can see of my ‘pilot’ – as the front rider is known – is his arse.

When choosing who to ride with, it’s best to pick someone you trust, especially if you’re letting them lead. If you’re playing the part of ‘stoker’, or the one on the back, ultimately all you are is a dumb pair of legs. The pilot is the one making all the decisions. More importantly, though, make sure your frontman has a nice butt, as that’s all you’re going to see for the duration of your ride.